Mandatory Drug Treatment Facility Initiated: Health Ministry Announces Inauguration
In a significant stride for Georgia's healthcare system, the Ministry of Health has announced the opening of the country's first medical unit dedicated to the mandatory treatment of individuals suffering from drug addiction. This specialized inpatient care facility, located within the LLC “Center for Mental Health and Prevention of Addiction,” aims to provide comprehensive and effective addiction treatment[1][2].
Key details and services of this medical unit include:
- **Inpatient capacity:** The facility currently accommodates 22 patients, with plans to increase the number of beds in the near future[1].
- **Multidisciplinary staff:** Treatment is managed by a highly qualified team that includes addiction specialists, general physicians, psychologists, and social workers, ensuring comprehensive care[1].
- **Treatment approach:** Care is provided in accordance with modern clinical guidelines and international standards, with treatment plans fully tailored to the individual needs of each patient[1].
- **Objective:** The unit focuses on mandatory treatment, aiming for effective implementation of the treatment process for people suffering from drug addiction, thus addressing a critical public health need[1][2].
The launch of the medical unit was marked by a visit from Health Minister Mikheil Sarjveladze and Deputy Interior Minister Giorgi Butkhuzi[3]. This initiative signifies a concerted effort to tackle the issue of drug addiction head-on, providing an organized and professional facility dedicated specifically to compulsory treatment under the oversight of the Health Ministry.
With a focus on personalised care and adherence to international standards, this medical unit is poised to make a significant impact in the fight against drug addiction in Georgia. Plans are also underway to gradually increase the capacity of the medical unit to accommodate more patients in need of treatment.
This medical unit, positioned within the LLC “Center for Mental Health and Prevention of Addiction,” will promote science-based, health-and-wellness practices by offering therapies-and-treatments for drug addiction. By employing a multidisciplinary staff of addiction specialists, general physicians, psychologists, and social workers, this unit will deliver customized care to 22 patients, with potential plans to expand its inpatient capacity. Its main objective is to ensure effective mental-health treatment for individuals suffering from addiction, contributing significantly to Georgia's public health.
